Anita Chuttani

• Advised students individually and in groups on academic programs for individual interests.
• Pointed students to relevant information about academic and personal support services available on campus.
• Collaborated with teachers and administrators in development, evaluation and revision of school programs and in preparation of master schedules for curriculum offerings.
• Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
• Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
• Conducted individual and group counseling sessions.
• Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
• Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.

Conducted clinical intake, assessed clients for mental health and/or substance abuse treatment services and completed treatment plan and progress notes.

Provided medical, housing, social, employment and legal services referrals.

Participated in weekly staff meetings and other workshops, sessions as required.

Developed comprehensive service plans, coordinated case management, and substance abuse services.

Maintained confidential files, secured releases, and facilitated exchange of information between referring agencies.

Coordinate transportation services as needed.

Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.

Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.

Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.

Encouraged proper living standards and health habits by instructing minors in personal hygiene.

Conducted decision making sessions with youth on plans for their career lives, ideas and how to develop them and solve problems.

Observed the emotional and /or physical condition of minors, which includes mentoring, one on one counseling

. Helped young offenders gain insight about themselves and their relationship with their family, peers, and community.

Responsible for psychosocial evaluations, case management, and counseling.

Provided advocacy and referrals for social services, such as housing, and childcare.

Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.

Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.